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The Glucocorticoids

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Which of the following is not the function of cortisol?

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Gluconeogenesis

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Erythropoiesis

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Immunosuppressant

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calcium metabolism

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Solution

The correct option is D
calcium metabolism

Cortisol in the most abundant glucocorticoid secreted by adrenal cortex it stimulate glucose production by increasing gluconeogenesis. It also acts as immunosuppressant and helps in erythropoiesis in bones.

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